Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments That Challenge Us podcast

Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments That Challenge Us

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Real stories from guests who dared to get uncomfortable in a moment that challenged their worldview. In the thick of intense emotions, they chose to stay curious and open, rather than lash out or shy away, and came out the other side with stronger relationships, clearer beliefs, and increased confidence. And you can do it too! So, if you: • Want to engage with others on important topics but aren’t sure how, OR • Are burned out on social media and wish you could bring the humanity back into discussions online or in real life, Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned seeker of new ideas or just dipping your toes into the uncomfy waters, this podcast is your go-to destination for learning how to improve your communication, disagree more productively, and be a more inspired leader. In such a polarized world, we believe learning how to stick with moments that challenge us, without getting defensive or shutting down, is a direct antidote for division. Are you ready to lean in, listen up, and get uncomfy with us? Let's dive in together! Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments that Challenge Us is hosted by journalist Julie Rose and is a BYUradio production. #reallifestories #communication #polarization #relationshipskills #communicationskills #leadershipskills #leadershiptraining #community #communitybuilding #disagreebetter #buildingbridges #perspectives #worldview #resilience #emotionalresiliance #mentalhealth #training #mindfulness #conflictresolution #growthmindset #empowerment #problemsolving #respect #curiosity #activelistening #collaboration

Real stories from guests who dared to get uncomfortable in a moment that challenged their worldview. In the thick of intense emotions, they chose to stay curious and open, rather than lash out or shy away, and came out the other side with stronger relationships, clearer beliefs, and increased confidence. And you can do it too! So, if you: • Want to engage with others on important topics but aren’t sure how, OR • Are burned out on social media and wish you could bring the humanity back into discussions online or in real life, Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned seeker of new ideas or just dipping your toes into the uncomfy waters, this podcast is your go-to destination for learning how to improve your communication, disagree more productively, and be a more inspired leader. In such a polarized world, we believe learning how to stick with moments that challenge us, without getting defensive or shutting down, is a direct antidote for division. Are you ready to lean in, listen up, and get uncomfy with us? Let's dive in together! Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments that Challenge Us is hosted by journalist Julie Rose and is a BYUradio production. #reallifestories #communication #polarization #relationshipskills #communicationskills #leadershipskills #leadershiptraining #community #communitybuilding #disagreebetter #buildingbridges #perspectives #worldview #resilience #emotionalresiliance #mentalhealth #training #mindfulness #conflictresolution #growthmindset #empowerment #problemsolving #respect #curiosity #activelistening #collaboration

 

#59

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Why do so many patients feel dismissed by their doctors? In this episode of Uncomfy, ortho... more

30 Jul 2025

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#58

What American Culture Gets Wrong About Grief — Matthew Whoolery

Why are Americans so uncomfortable around sadness and grief? Cultural psychologist Matthew... more

23 Jul 2025

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#57

The Most Uncomfortable Question I Ever Had to Ask – Heidi Yewman

Gun safety advocate, documentarian, and author Heidi Yewman sits down with host Julie Rose... more

16 Jul 2025

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#56

Carrying the Weight: A First Responder’s Journey Through PTSD – Chris Fields

Former firefighter Chris Fields became the face of the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing when a p... more

09 Jul 2025

21 MINS

21:36

09 Jul 2025


#55

Discomfort is Her Superpower. Here’s Why. — Anne Bonney

What would it look like to dance in the discomfort zone? In this episode of Uncomfy, Anne ... more

02 Jul 2025

19 MINS

19:31

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#54

The Walls Between Us: Can We Truly Understand Each Other? – Anand Pandian

Why do we build walls—emotional, social, ideological—and what would it take to break them ... more

25 Jun 2025

21 MINS

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#53

How to Have Conversations That Actually Work Even on Hot-Button Issues - Becca Kearl

Becca Kearl had just moved to a new town when she decided to organize a public conversatio... more

18 Jun 2025

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#52

How Cold, Early Morning Runs Led to a Life-Changing Friendship – Olivia Chadwick and Garnet Morris

Olivia Chadwick was a personal trainer. Garnet Morris was an entrepreneur looking for supp... more

11 Jun 2025

16 MINS

16:31

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#51

How Gorillas Helped Me Understand Humans – Dawn Prince-Hughes on Autism & Belonging

Dawn Prince-Hughes spent years misunderstood—ostracized, unhoused, and struggling to find ... more

04 Jun 2025

19 MINS

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#50

She Lost Her Voice. Then She Found Herself. – Greta Morgan

What happens when the thing you’ve built your life around suddenly disappears? Greta Morga... more

28 May 2025

22 MINS

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#49

The Hidden Heroes of Arlington and What We Miss on Memorial Day – Gary Zelinski

On this special Memorial Day episode of Uncomfy, host Julie Rose sits down with retired U.... more

21 May 2025

16 MINS

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#48

I Forgave My Absent Father. Here’s Why. — Justin Jones-Fosu

Why would someone willingly step into an uncomfortable conversation, especially with someo... more

14 May 2025

17 MINS

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#47

A Parent’s Worst Nightmare, and Why She Speaks Out – Dawn Peabody (Kids and Car Safety)

Sometimes the hardest stories are the ones we need to hear most. In this episode of Uncomf... more

07 May 2025

11 MINS

11:28

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#46

Dancing in Discomfort: Lessons from a Refugee Advocate – Amy Dott Harmer

What would you do if you had to start over in a new country, far from everything familiar?... more

30 Apr 2025

17 MINS

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#45

He Lost His Leg. Then He Gained His Purpose. – James Dixon

Born with life-threatening medical conditions and told he wouldn’t survive—let alone walk—... more

23 Apr 2025

17 MINS

17:55

23 Apr 2025


#44

“Is God Even Listening?” An Honest Easter Conversation - Reverend Kyle Norman

"Why doesn’t God answer my prayers? Is God even real?" Especially around Easter, when fait... more

16 Apr 2025

21 MINS

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#43

The Power of Saving and Suffering a Little – Shang Saavedra

What if a little financial discomfort today could buy you freedom tomorrow? Host Julie Ros... more

09 Apr 2025

21 MINS

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#42

He Left Mainstream Media to Do News Differently. Here’s What He Learned. – Mosheh Oinounou (Mo News)

Are you tired of not knowing who to trust in the news? In this episode of Uncomfy, journal... more

02 Apr 2025

22 MINS

22:41

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#41

From Enemies to Allies: Mark Rosenberg and Jay Dickey's Unlikely Friendship

What happens when two people on opposite sides of a heated debate come together? Mark Rose... more

26 Mar 2025

19 MINS

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